He was born in Keene, NH, on December 5, 1947, son of the late Gladys (Latouch) and Henry Cote. He attended St. Joseph Regional School and graduated from Keene High School.
On November 2, 1974, Peter married Gladys Knox.
Peter had spent a brief period as an airplane mechanic in Washington State. He held a long-time career at Timken in Keene as a machinist, from which he retired. Following retirement, Peter worked at Market Basket in Swanzey.
A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Peter never missed an opportunity to spend time with his family. He cherished being “Pops” to his children, grandchildren, and their friends. He attended and coached his children’s softball and baseball games while they were growing up. Peter enjoyed motorcycle rides, traveling with his wife Gladys, playing Bingo several time a week, and weekend card games with the Arlen’s.
Peter will be dearly missed by his children: BillieJo Brown of Linn, MO, Tammy Poisson and her husband Paul of Sullivan, and Peter Cote of Sullivan; grandchildren: John, William, James, Christopher, Scotty, Peter, Shayla, Cheyenne, and Joseph; great-grandchildren: Harmony, Aubree, Drake, Dezmond, Jaxton, Emberlyn, and Ava; siblings: Phillip Cote and Peggy Darling; and many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife: Gladys Cote; son: Scott William Cote, Sr.; and siblings: Dorothy, Cathy, Leo, and Robert “RJ”.
Per Peter’s wishes, there will be no services at this time. A graveside service will be announced at a later date.
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